The Value Chain
The GIS, WMS, and ERP systems each supply some value of automation to the Work
Order process. The Value Chain table below outlines the more significant functions that
each supplier provides and implies supplier’s core competencies.
Supplier Value Chain
GIS
WMS
ERP
* Automation of graphic
design work and status
of this work
* Management of
complex design jobs
open over long periods
of time
* Continuous, connected
model (connectivity
model) of the
facilities/equipment
* Management of
facility’s geographic
location
* Spatial analysis functionality
* Job management
* Standardization through
compatible
(construction) units
* Scheduling of many job
packets
* Updating and
maintaining of corporate
databases such as:
- Materials
management
- Customer
information
- Sales and
financial
- Human
Resources
An Integrated, Automated Process
Integrating these complementary systems provides an improved, more productive
workflow. The following input and output diagrams describe the information flow for
each activity of the Work Order life-cycle.
